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Meeting Date:	05/09/2016
Resolution - Pescadito Environmental
Submitted for:	Leroy Medford	Submitted By:	Melinda Mata
Department:	County Judge


Subject:
Discussion and action with presentation to approve a Resolution opposing the proposal by Pescadito Environmental Resource Center to construct a landfill in Webb County, Texas; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, Commissioner Pct. 2] [Co-Sponsored by Tano E. Tijerina, County Judge] Issue: Webb County has a duty to its residents to protect the health, safety, and welfare of its residents and the public at large. The landfill project proposed by Pescadito Environmental Resource Center to be located within the county can create significant risks to public health and the environment and creates an unacceptable risk of pollution of waters in the Rio Grande River Basin and to the health of residents of Webb County. The proposed landfill is inconsistent with the type of growth that would be in the best interests, including economic interests, for the County and would likely have a negative impact on future growth in the County. Solution: Oppose the landfill proposed by the Pescadito Environmental Resource Center. Result: Protect the health, safety, and welfare of its residents and the public at large.
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